Super Foods for the Whole Family…

We each have different nutritional needs right? If you want to discover the best foods for both you and your family, keep reading…..

Doing some research, I found that one in every five women have so history of UTI’s otherwise known as urinary tract infections. I am the fortunate one only having one urinary tract infection ever, but I am among the few lucky few. The average woman has three a year,” My mom use to tell me that cranberry juice was the cure all for urinary tract infections, was she right? I can’t tell you for sure, but I am a cranberry juice drinker and we have already discovered that I get luck every year with only one UTI. Coincidence, I don’t think so….

Here are my top pics for disease-fighting foods for the whole family.

1. Oysters. Myth has it that oysters are the food of love, an aphrodisiac you might say. Science may just agree. Just two to three oysters deliver a full day’s supply of zinc, a mineral critical for normal functioning of the male reproductive system. Scientists are divided over reports that sperm counts have declined over the last 50 years and that environmental factors are to blame. Getting adequate zinc is sometimes the answer. In one trial, 22 men with low testosterone levels and sperm counts were given zinc every day for 45 to 50 days. Testosterone levels and sperm counts rose.

I am thinking that my husband will likely take a Zinc pill over eating an    Oyster.  Either way it’s never been so easy to get my husband to eat something that might be good for him.

2. Broccoli. This lucky mom has two growing girls that love Broccoli. Who knew that forcing my children to eat their green veggies could save their lives? A recent Harvard study finds that cruciferous vegetables, like broccoli, may protect against bladder cancer. It’s one of the most common cancers in the US and affects two to three times as many men as women. Broccoli and cabbage lead the pack of the most protective foods.

3. Peanut Butter. The jiffy commercials were right, eating peanut butter does make your heart beat a little stronger.  If you want a healthy heart, spread your morning toast with peanut butter. Heart disease is the leading killer of men and women, but men fall victim at an earlier age.  “Peanut butter is a little higher in fat,” says Penny Kris-Etherton, Ph.D., the lead author of the Penn State study. “But it’s the type that’s good for you — monounsaturated fat.” Researchers have predicted that the peanut diet could reduce heart-disease risk even more than could the AHA diet. Just don’t go nutty plastering on the tasty spread, since it is high in calories.

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4. Flaxseed. Years ago a nutritionist encouraged me to take flaxseed as a part of my daily regimen to help with joint pains and aches.  Who knew that Flaxseed the ingredient that bakers use for that nutty-flavor could be so good for you? It doesn’t look very appetizing but scientists say the tiny reddish-brown seed, rich in estrogen like compounds called lignans, are a potential weapon against breast cancer. An exciting report at last year’s San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium showed that adding flaxseed to the diet of women with breast cancer effectively slowed tumor growth. You can flavor your muffins with flaxseed, but the easiest way to get the beneficial lignans is to sprinkle a few tablespoons of ground flaxseed on your morning cereal. Look for the seeds in health food stores or in supermarkets on the flour aisle. They’re easy to grind in a blender or coffee grinder. But get seeds — there are no lignans in the oil.

5. Buffalo Meat. That’s right Meat and more Meat, who knew.  Due largely to menstruation, women tend to be anemic more than men. Low iron levels in blood can cause severe fatigue and fatigue doesn’t work well for busy moms like you and I. To get a good dose of iron, try bison. Buffalo meat is lean and has what diet-conscious women understand, Buffalo Meat has lots of iron and less fat than most cuts of beef. Buffalo meat can help boost energy and lower weight. And you don’t have to have a home on the range to get some bison anymore. You can pick it up at many supermarkets across the United States, or look for a local bison ranch in your area. You’d be surprised how many there are.

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Quick and Easy 15 Minute Meals

As we head into 2009 my top resolution is to KEEP IT SIMPLE.  This resolution includes meal time.  Spending less time in the kitchen and more time with my family.  Her are a few quick 15 minute meals that are sure to free up some time and hit the spot with your family.  Make meal time family time with quick, easy 15 minute meals like these.  Click Here  to see other great 15 minute meal ideas from Cambell’s Soup 

Mom’s Skillet Chicken and Rice in 15 minutes

SUBMITTED BY: Campbell’s Kitchen 

“This hearty combination of sautéed chicken, garlic, mixed vegetables and rice simmers to goodness in a creamy sauce–perfect for a busy night when you need to get dinner on the table in a hurry.”

INGREDIENTS

• 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Chicken with Herbs Soup*
• 1 1/2 cups water**
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 cups uncooked instant white rice
• 2 cups frozen vegetable combination (broccoli, cauliflower, carrots)

DIRECTIONS

1.       Sprinkle chicken with garlic.

2.       Heat oil in skillet. Add chicken and cook until browned. Remove chicken.

3.       Add soup, water and pepper. Heat to a boil.

4.       Stir in rice and vegetables. Top with chicken. Cover and cook over low heat 5 minutes or until done.

FOOTNOTES

• Tip: *Or use 1 can (10 3/4 oz.) Campbell’s® Cream of Chicken OR 98% Fat Free Cream of Chicken Soup.
• **For creamier rice, increase water to 1 2/3 cups.

Speedy Chicken Enchiladas in 15 minutes

“Sautéed chicken cubes are coated with a sauce featuring Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup and salsa, then rolled up in flour tortillas and topped with another delicious sauce made from salsa and Campbell’s® Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup.”

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cubed
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell’s® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup (Regular or 98% Fat Free)
• 1 cup Pace® Thick & Chunky Salsa
• 8 6-inch flour tortillas
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell’s® Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup

DIRECTIONS

1.       Cook chicken in nonstick skillet until browned and done, stirring often. Add chicken soup and 1/2 cup salsa. Heat through.

2.       Spoon about 1/3 cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla. Roll up tortilla around filling and place seam-side down in 2-quart microwave-safe baking dish.

3.       Mix cheese soup and remaining salsa and pour over enchiladas. Cover.

4.       Microwave on HIGH 5 minutes or until hot.

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Mom and Movie Star all in one – Trendy, Fashion Forward and Fabulous!!

Sarah Jessica Parker has been an admired actress since the age of 10, Sarah Jessica Parker has not only graced the screens but has also become a fashion icon and beloved wife and mother.  She’s likeable, quick witted, down to earth and most of all she is a fabulous Mom.

Check out some of this Trendy Mom’s Top Movie Hits.  Download your favorite Sarah Jessica Parker movies now.

In 1993 Sarah Jessica Parker Co-starred as a young witch in the supernatural comedy “Hocus Pocus“  

 2006 Sarah Jessica Parker Starred in romantic comedy “Failure to Launch” with Matthew McConaughey 

 1996 Sarah Jessica Parker - Had a memorable role as Shelly, Morty’s dim-witted but manipulative fiancée in “The First Wives Club” 

1984 Sarah Jessica Parker had memorable role of Ariel’s friend Rusty in “Footloose”    

2005 Sarah Jessica Parker Played Dermot Mulroney’s uptight girlfriend in “The Family Stone“; earned a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress

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The cast makes this an easy to watch family film perfect for a Friday movie night.

Mary (Selena Gomez) is a high school senior filled with dreams of auditioning for the Manhattan Dance Academy. Working hard to achieve her dream while balancing slaving away for her guardian a washed up pop singer and her twin daughters. That is until the magical night where she meets the unexpected man of her dreams -Teen pop star Joey Parker (Andrew Seeley). The two meet at a masked ball where Mary’s identity is unrevealed leaving Joey clamoring to find out who the girl of his dreams truly is.

A match made to enchant us all Joey searches to find out who his true Cinderella is.  Not an easy task when every girl in school is clamoring at the chance to grab Joey’s attention, including Britt and Bree.   

Unlike most Cinderella stories this great flick doesn’t leave the big reveal until the end of the movie but instead keeps your attention which silly antics, plans to split the adorable pair up and great dance scenes.

OK parents lets get real there are tons of cheesy moments but it isn’t all bad.

Without giving away too much, the move is fun and enchanting and some of the unconventional elements make “Another Cinderella Story” well worth a view. If you have a tween this movie is a Trendy Mom Kid Shoe must see.

All in one you’ll have to check it out to see the big dance off finally and more.

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Rating: PG for some mild sensuality and language. Studio: Warner Home Video Directed By: Damon Santostefano Cast: Jane Lynch, Selena Gomez, Drew Seeley Running Time: 92 minutes Release Date: 09/16/2008 Genre: Comedy

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Everyone is seeing a hit to the pockets and purses these days with the increase in prices for food and fuel.  Eating Healthy can still be economical and it eating out less and make more meals at home can be the key.

Eating out may be easier but it creates an opportunity for you to indulge in foods that aren’t exactly on the healthy list. Take advantage of the healthy benefits of Home-cooked meals, it will help to save money and create a healthier diet for you and your family.

It’s easy to get started on your Home Cooked Meal kick. Pick out some favorite recipes, face it these days there are so many ways to find healthy recipes online you have no excuses. Now use some of the tips here to start thinking of healthier alternatives to substitute for standard ingredients in the recipe.  Use some of the suggestions below, and your boring cooking will have an added but healthier kick. Before you know it the family won’t be begging to go out to eat but they’ll be begging you for another helping. 

1. Whole grains.It’s easy to replace white-flour pastas and white rice with wheat pastas, brown rice, wild rice, bulgur, barley, or quinoa and your family won’t even notice. You can also replace half or more of the white flour in a recipe with whole-wheat flour what a healthy difference it will make.
2. Portions - smaller amounts. Often you can reduce the amounts of oil, sugar, and salt that a recipe calls for — and no one will know the difference. Don’t forget you can use other, healthier seasonings and extracts to add more flavor.
3. Low-fat. Choose lean cuts of meat, or go vegetarian alternatives – Tofu.
4. Low Fat Dairy products – slim and skim. When it comes to dairy products, choose low-fat versions of milk, cheeses, or yogurts.
5. Vegetables and Fruits. When a recipe calls for veggies or fruits don’t skimp in fact, don’t be afraid to add more. Even if a recipe doesn’t call for veggies, add them any way. Veggies can add the added nutrition you need as well as additional color for pazaz.
6. Substitutions. Did you know that you can sometimes use apple sauce as a replacement for butter or oil in recipes for baked goods? Egg whites instead of full eggs or wine, vinegar, or broth in place of oil for cooking.
7. The most important thing is to be creative and add some of your favorite’s recipes to create healthier meals.

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